Value-Added Biomass Products
The Team:John Hu (lead), Stephen Chmely, Dan Ciolkosz, Bingyun Li, and Jingxin Wang.
Value-Added Biomass Products aims to develop and optimize bio product conversion processes through collaborations with industry partners. Dive into the world of innovative conversion processing and its role in enhancing the utilization of biomass for high-value chemicals and bio-chemicals. Join us on the journey towards a greener, more sustainable future.
BIOCHAR
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Biochar: Advancing Agriculture, Environmental Conservation, and Climate Resiliency
with Carbon: This article aims to raise awareness of the need
for education, research, and investment in biochar research to enhance ecological,
environmental, and agricultural practices and better inform industry and policymakers.
Biochar: Advancing Agriculture, Environmental Conservation, and Climate Resiliency with Carbon
- Life cycle Assessment and Techno-Economic Analysis of Biochar Pellet Production from Forest Residues and Field Application: Biochar produced from low-value forest biomass can provide substantial benefits to ecosystems and mitigate climate change-induced risks such as forest fires. The objectives of this study were to assess the environmental footprints and techno-economic feasibility of converting forest residues in Pacific Northwest United States into biochar pellets using portable systems followed by delivery of the final product to end-users for land application (dispersion).
Lifecycle Assessment and Techno-Economic Analysis of Biochar Pellet Production
Lignin-Soy Protein Bioadhesives
MASBio researchers developed bioadhesives that provide sustainable alternatives to fossil-derived adhesives. These bioadhesives maintain environmental benefits and cost-competitiveness, with promising applications in food-safe packaging and construction.- Techno-economic and life cycle analyses of bio-adhesives production from isolated soy protein and kraft lignin: AThis study evaluates the techno-economics and cradle-to-gate life cycle environmental impacts of a novel LISP bioadhesive production from isolated soy protein and kraft lignin, including the depolymerization of kraft lignin on a commercial scale by optimizing experimental result:
- Lignin oligomers from mild base-catalyzed depolymerization for potential application in aqueous soy adhesive as phenolic blends: A detailed publication highlighted lignin's partial depolymerization and cross-linking with proteins as a novel approach to replace formaldehyde-based adhesives:
- Lignin-Based Porous Biomaterials for Medical and Pharmaceutical Applications: This article presents that lignin oligomers prepared with base-catalyzed depolymerization have great potential for use as phenolic blends to enhance the tensile shear strength of soy protein adhesive.Furthermore, the bio-adhesive is aldehyde-free and water-based, making it highly promising for interior applications and the wood products industry.
Bio-adhesives production from isolated soy protein and kraft lignin
SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL (SAF)
Techno-economic and environmental impacts assessments of sustainable aviation fuel production from forest residues: Research on converting forest residues into SAF addresses critical feedstock variability and quality standard challenges. These efforts align with growing industry demands for sustainable alternatives, reducing carbon footprints in aviation.
BIOPLASTICS DEVELOPMENT
Efforts to utilize biomass-derived components, such as lignin and cellulose, for non-degradable bioplastics promote environmentally friendly construction materials. Ongoing studies emphasize the importance of techno-economic analyses and life-cycle assessments to optimize production methods.
- Torrefied paper as a packaging material and subsequently as a bioethanol substrate: Synergy of torrefaction and alkaline treatment for increased utility: There is potential to develop a bio-renewable system where torrefied cellulosic paper withincreased wet strength can be repeatedly used as packaging material. Subsequently, it can behydrolyzed downstream for bioethanol production after alkaline treatment, contributing to acircular and sustainable economy. This study demonstrates that mild torrefaction could be anon-chemical technique to improve the wet tensile strength of paper while maintaining satisfactory glucose yield potential.
Torrefied Paper as a Packaging Material and Subsequently as a Bioethanol Substrate
LIGNIN-BASED POROUS BIOMATERIALS FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACEUTICAL
Lignin-Based Porous Biomaterials for Medical and Pharmaceutical Applications: Lignin-based porous biomaterials have the addition of lignin obtained from lignocellulosic biomass. In this article, an overview of the current status and future potential of lignin-based porous materials for medical and pharmaceutical uses, focusing on material types, key properties, approaches and techniques of modification and fabrication, and promising medical applications is provided.
Lignin-Based Porous Biomaterials for Medical and Pharmaceutical Applications
More Resources
Biomass Conversions, by Dr. Steven Chmely, Penn State University
Biomass Conversion to Value-added Products by Dr. John Hu, West Virginia University